Our staff is built to teach each student individually, to develop the skills they need to thrive in mathematics, and to foster a love of learning.

Taranjeet Singh Makker

Centre Owner & Director

Taranjeet Singh Makker is the Centre Owner and Director at Mathnasium of Victoria. He brings extensive experience in teaching mathematics and is highly skilled in both Mathematics and Statistics. With a deep passion for helping students overcome their challenges, he is dedicated to building confidence and fostering a strong foundation in math. He is a firm believer in the Mathnasium Method and its ability to transform the way students understand and appreciate mathematics.


Beyond academics, Taranjeet is a highly competent chess player, reflecting his strategic thinking and analytical skills. In his personal time, he enjoys travelling and exploring nature, embracing opportunities to learn and grow through new experiences.

Gurkeerat Kaur

Assisstant Center Director/Math Instructor

Gurkeerat is a passionate math instructor at Mathnasium who loves turning “I’m bad at math” into “Wait… I actually get this!” With a strong background in mathematics and a talent for simplifying tricky concepts, she makes learning feel less overwhelming and a lot more doable.

She believes every student can succeed with the right approach, so she adapts her teaching style to fit each child’s pace and personality. Whether it’s mastering the basics, tackling homework stress, or boosting confidence before a test, Gurkeerat is there to guide students every step of the way.

Her sessions are a mix of clear explanations, encouragement, and just the right amount of fun—because a little laughter goes a long way in learning. Her goal is simple: help students build confidence, enjoy the process, and maybe even start liking math a little more than they expected.

Justin Peng

Math Instructor

Justin is a second-year Computer Science student with a strong passion for both technology and teamwork. Outside of academics, he enjoys staying active through sports and values the discipline, communication, and perseverance they build. He is enthusiastic about helping others learn, solving problems collaboratively, and creating a positive and encouraging environment. With a patient and approachable attitude, Justin enjoys breaking down challenging concepts into simple steps and helping students build confidence in their abilities. He believes that with the right support and mindset, every student can succeed and reach their full potential.

Taya Kerr

Math Instructor

Taya has been an instructor at Mathnasium for over one year now! She is a psychology student at The University of Victoria with a passion for making education fair and accessible to all, by supporting those with diverse educational needs to make education easy and fun! Taya enjoys helping children discover new ways to understand Math, believing it is a universal language that can connect learners from all backgrounds. She is committed to creating a fun and supportive learning environment that helps students build confidence.

Menghan Liu (Jacqueline)

Math Instructor

Jacqueline has been an instructor at Mathnasium for over two years. She is passionate about guiding students through their math challenges and turning struggles into “aha!” moments. With a focus on building both understanding and confidence, Jacqueline believes that every student can succeed in math when given the right support and encouragement. By breaking down concepts into clear, manageable steps, she helps students discover their own potential and develop a positive relationship with math. Above all, Jacqueline is committed to creating a patient, engaging, and supportive environment where students feel safe to ask questions, make mistakes, and grow at their own pace

Our Mathnasium Mission

Teach children math so they understand it, master it, and love it. Math can change their lives, and they can change the world.

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What I love about Mathnasium is the ability to teach problem-solving skills and make math make sense, while also making a student smile.
Amber W., Mathnasium Instructor

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